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Dementia
Changes and Challenges
Occipital Lobe.
Functions Include: Some Symptoms of Impairment:
Vision Impaired vision.
Reading (perception of
written words)
Table 4: The Occipital Lobe: Functions and Some Symptoms

Cerebellum.
Functions Include: Some Symptoms of Impairment:
Coordination of voluntary Inability to judge distance and when to stop.
movement
Balance and equilibrium Slurred speech.
Some Reflex motor actions Tremors.
Involuntary movement of the eyes
Lack of coordination.
Inability to perform rapid alternating
movements.
Table 5: The Cerebellum: Functions and Some Symptoms
Brain Stem.
Functions Include: Some Symptoms of Impairment:
Breathing Decreased vital capacity in breathing.
Swallowing Difficulties swallowing food and water.
Balance Problems with balance and movement.
Sleep and alertness Sleeping difficulties.
Heart rate Dizziness and nausea
Difficulty with organization and perception of
the environment.
Table 6: The Brain Stem: Functions and Some Symptoms

It is important to note that no individual will exhibit all the symptoms from
any section, and that the severity and impact will vary between individuals.
Also, the severity will likely increase as the disease progresses.

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